How much funding does Simmons Charitable Foundation Grant provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Simmons Charitable Foundation Grant?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Who is eligible for Simmons Charitable Foundation Grant?

Geography: In Hillsborough County, Florida. Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

How often is Simmons Charitable Foundation Grant offered?

Simmons Charitable Foundation Grant accepts applications on a rolling basis.

Simmons Charitable Foundation Grant

Mabel & Ellsworth Simmons

Foundation Grants for Nonprofits Grants for Youth Programs Family Services Grants Grants for Seniors

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since: April 2026

From the program guidelines: “The Foundation operates with a Board of Directors made up of the Simmons family and accepts applications year-round, meeting quarterly to review requests.”

Can we apply?

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Geography

In Hillsborough County, Florida

Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Overview

The Mabel and Ellsworth Simmons Charitable Foundation, established in 1998, focuses on enhancing the welfare of youth, families, and seniors in Hillsborough County, Florida, particularly in the South Shore community. They support charitable and educational organizations that align with their mission. The Foundation operates with a Board of Directors made up of the Simmons family and accepts applications year-round, meeting quarterly to review requests. This commitment fosters community development and support.

The Foundation accepts applications on an on-going basis.

Eligibility

Requesting organizations must have a 501(c)(3) designation from the I.R.S.

What Mabel & Ellsworth Simmons actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2024

Grants in 2024: 44
Total given: $513K
Median grant: $10K
Range: $1,000–$56K

By dollars: Florida 99%, Virginia <1%, North Dakota <1%. Top recipient cities: Tampa, FL; Riverview, FL; Brandon, FL.
26% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.